In Episode 10 of the Growing Leonardslee podcast, Adam Streeter, the General Manager of Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens, talks with Sussex author Hannah Peckham who was back this year at the estate for the return of the children’s Conker Activity Trail – which everyone loved.  

This immersive event invited visitors to explore nature, their senses, and their emotions while engaging with the imaginative world of Hannah's books, including the award-winning Conker the Chameleon.  

“My books aim to lay the foundations of emotional literacy. The first, ‘Conker the Chameleon’ focused on how important it is to talk about feelings. ‘Conker and the Monkey Trap’ looks at letting go of big feelings, mental well-being and how being brave comes in all different shapes and sizes,“ Hannah says.  

In Episode 9 of the Growing Leonardslee podcast, Adam Streeter, the General Manager of Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens, talks with chefs Jean Delport and Ruan Pretorius. They discuss the journey of Restaurant Interlude, a growing presence on the UK restaurant scene that earned its first Michelin Star within a year of opening. Now, with its luxury overnight accommodation, it has featured in The Times ‘100 Best Places to Stay’. 

In this new podcast interview, Adam Streeter, the general manager of Leonardslee, and chefs Jean Delport and Ruan Pretorius provide a glimpse into the philosophy, journey, and unique offerings of Michelin Star award-winning Restaurant Interlude.  

With their passion, commitment to sustainability and dedication to creating a memorable experience, Jean and Ruan have elevated Interlude to become a gem in the vibrant British culinary scene, one that is increasingly attracting rave reviews in UK national media. 

From the outset, it is evident that Interlude is more than just a restaurant - it is a destination. Jean and Ruan have crafted an immersive experience where guests are taken on a unique culinary journey within the historic Grade I Listed garden estate. The chefs aim to create an atmosphere where guests can unwind, relax, and revel in the sensory delights of their meticulously prepared dishes. Interlude is not a place for a quick meal; it is a sanctuary where time slows down, and every moment is savoured.